Certificate III in Terminal Train Driving

Rationale:

This is a general qualification for a person engaged in terminal train driving.

Achievement of this qualification requires the application of a broad range of knowledge and skills in varied contexts to undertake skilled work within a terminal train driving environment.

This qualification requires the skills and knowledge to:

interpret and act on available information

apply and communicate known solutions to a variety of predictable problems and to deal with unforseen contingencies using known solutions

provide technical information to a variety of specialist and non-specialist audiences

undertake routine and some non-routine tasks in a range of skilled operations.

These skills and knowledge will be applied to known routines, methods, procedures and time constraints while taking responsibility for own outputs.

Job roles:

The TLI33213 Certificate III in Terminal Train Driving qualification is aligned to the following defined roles:

Terminal Operator

Terminal Train Driver

Yard Terminal Driver.


Subjects

Requirements for achievement of the qualification

A successful assessment outcome for a total of 17 units of competency comprising:

11 core units

plus

6 general elective units which may be selected from the general elective units listed below. Alternatively, up to 3 units appropriate to the job role may be selected from the TLI10 Transport and Logistics Training Package or other relevant nationally endorsed Training Package or accredited course.

Where imported units are selected, care must be taken to ensure that all prerequisites specified in the unit are complied with.

Core Units

Field

Unit

B

Equipment Checking and Maintenance

add topic TLIB0132A

Start up and shut down a single locomotive

add topic TLIB2131A

Prepare train

add topic TLIB3019B

Test train braking system

add topic TLIB3123A

Apply awareness of motive power unit fundamentals

C

Vehicle Operation

add topic TLIC0079A

Operate a motive power unit within defined limits

add topic TLIC3017A

Shunt rolling stock

add topic TLIC3027A

Stable a motive power unit

E

Communication and Calculation

add topic TLIE2007A

Use communication systems

F

Safety Management

add topic TLIF2010A

Apply fatigue management strategies

add topic TLIF3058A

Apply safeworking rules and regulations to rail functions

U

Environment

add topic TLIU2012A

Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices

General Elective Units

Field

Unit

B

Equipment Checking and Maintenance

add topic TLIB2122A

Apply awareness of fundamentals of rail operations in yards or sidings

add topic TLIB3018A

Conduct full train examination

add topic TLIB3021A

Conduct train roll-by inspection

add topic TLIB3118A

Apply awareness of railway fundamentals

add topic TLIB3113B

Diagnose and rectify minor faults on motive power units and rolling stock

add topic TLIB4078A

Carry out a train roll-by inspection

add topic TLIB4079A

Conduct a general train examination

add topic TLIB4081A

Provision a motive power unit

add topic TLIB4082A

Set up motive power units in multi-coupled consist

C

Vehicle Operation

add topic TLIC3082A

Operate a locomotive by portable remote control

add topic TLIC4074A

Shunt, couple and uncouple rail vehicles

E

Communication and Calculation

add topic TLIE1005A

Carry out basic workplace calculations

add topic TLIE2008A

Process workplace documentation

add topic TLIE3002A

Estimate/calculate mass, area and quantify dimensions

F

Safety Management

add topic TLIF2080C

Safely access the rail corridor

add topic TLIF2018A

Operate firefighting equipment

add topic TLIF3085A

Apply local incident response procedures

add topic TLIF3091A

Apply awareness of dangerous goods and hazardous materials requirements

add topic HLTFA311A

Apply first aid

K

Technology

add topic TLIK2010A

Use infotechnology devices in the workplace

L

Resource Management

add topic TLIL2048A

Prepare for train departure

W

Equipment and Systems Operations

add topic TLIW2041A

Clip points and apply rail safety equipment

add topic TLIW3026B

Operate stand alone signalling points control equipment


Pathways...

    Not applicable.


Entry Requirements

Not applicable.


Licensing Information

Not applicable.


Employability Skills

Employability Skills Summary for TLI33213 Certificate III in Terminal Train Driving

The following table contains a summary of the employability skills as identified by the Transport and Logistics Industry for this qualification. This table should be interpreted in conjunction with the detailed requirements of each unit of competency packaged in this qualification. The outcomes described here are broad industry requirements that may vary depending on packaging options.

Employability Skill

Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include:

Communication

Implement and monitor communication systems and procedures required for terminal train driving activities

Read and interpret relevant regulations, instructions, signs and labels applicable to the supervision of terminal train driving activities

Speak clearly and directly on matters related to terminal train driving activities

Listen to and interpret verbal information related to terminal train driving activities

Negotiate issues with others in the course of terminal train driving activities

Recognise and interpret non-verbal signs, signals and behaviour

Use relevant communication equipment.

Teamwork

Collaborate with others in the course of terminal train driving activities

Provide leadership to other personnel in the rail workplace

Motivate others in the rail workplace

Assist others in the workplace to achieve and maintain competence

Assist in the resolution of any interpersonal conflicts that may arise during terminal train driving activities

Avoid and prevent the harassment of others in the workplace

Work with persons of different ages, gender, race, religion, political persuasion, etc

Problem solving

Identify and solve or report problems arising in the course of terminal train driving activities

Monitor and anticipate problems that may occur in the course of terminal train driving activities including hazards and risks and take appropriate action to report or resolve the problems within limits of responsibility

Identify and control hazards and risks in a range of terminal train driving activities and take appropriate precautions

Use mathematics to solve various calculations related to terminal train driving activities.

Initiative and enterprise

Modify activities dependent on differing rail situations and contingencies

Take appropriate initiatives in a range of operational situations such as those above

Respond appropriately to any changes in equipment, standard operating procedures and the working environment.

Planning and organising

Follow and apply operational and emergency plans, systems and procedures

Monitor systems and procedures for compliance with regulations and codes of practice

Implement the workplace security and safety management systems

Monitor and evaluate operational performance and compliance

Collect and interpret information needed in the course of terminal train driving activities

Organise and plan own work activities

Manage time and priorities in the course of terminal train driving activities.

Self management

Interpret and apply regulations and instructions

Establish and follow own work plans and schedules

Evaluate own work performance.

Learning

Contribute to learning and assessment activities in the workplace

Assist others to adapt to any changes in workplace systems, equipment, procedures and the workplace operating environment

Assist in the instruction, coaching or mentoring of others in the workplace

Contribute to the assessment of the competence of others in the workplace

Assist in the creation of a learning environment in the rail industry workplace

Adapt own competence in response to any changes in the processes and equipment used in terminal train driving activities

Update own knowledge and skills required for terminal train driving activities.

Technology

Use equipment and materials required during terminal train driving activities

Follow and apply operational and servicing instructions for equipment used during terminal train driving activities

Follow and apply WHS/OHS procedures when using and servicing rail equipment and facilities.